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title: Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) in Maryland
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**Introducing non-native species into state or federally controlled waters can upset the ecosystem and hurt the environment by clogging waterways and crowding out native species.**

**You can help prevent the introduction and spread of non-native species from one body of water to another by checking, draining, cleaning and air-drying your boat and trailer.**

We recommend that you follow these steps:

- Thoroughly check the boat and trailer and remove any plants or mussels
- Drain the water from your motor, live well and bilge
- Drain and dry the lower outboard unit
- Wash the hull of the watercraft, the trailer, and all equipment
- Allow all equipment to air dry for as long as possible
- Dispose of bait on land, never release live bait into a body of water

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